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Karan Mahadik
Karan covers tech and tech policy developments. He is based out of Delhi-NCR and has previously worked at news organisations including MediaNama and The Quint. He also writes The Indian Express' weekly AI-focused newsletter called The Smart Prompt. You can reach out to him at karan.mahadik@indianexpress.com. You can also get in touch with him via LinkedIn or Signal (karanhm.24).
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SAP launches Sovereign Cloud in India to enable local data storage, boost AI development
September 19, 2025 16:40 IST
Amid the global push for AI and digital sovereignty, major tech players are investing heavily in sovereign cloud initiatives that keep user data within the country or region in compliance with local laws.
Sat, Sep 20, 2025
‘Seeing many light wrappers pose as AI solutions’: Google India startup accelerator lead
September 18, 2025 19:01 IST
Every year, Google India selects 40 startups to be a part of its three-month accelerator programme which includes both Android apps and AI-first cohorts.
Fri, Sep 19, 2025
Zoom introduces AI avatars, smarter AI assistant with cross-platform agentic skills
September 17, 2025 22:30 IST
At Zoomtopia 2025, Zoom unveiled AI Companion 3.0 that is capable of taking notes even in Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and in-person meetings.
Thu, Sep 18, 2025
Google avoids breakup in landmark US antitrust case: Key takeaways on Chrome, AI, search deals
September 03, 2025 17:25 IST
The decision lifts a cloud that has hung over Google and its AI ambitions, particularly in online search, since the tech giant lost the antitrust case last year.
Thu, Sep 04, 2025
‘Debt trap for vulnerable’: Q&A with psychiatrist who recommended govt ban on real-money games
September 02, 2025 19:58 IST
More than 155 million Indians engaged with real money gaming sub-segments such as fantasy sports, rummy, poker and other transaction-based games in 2024.
Wed, Sep 03, 2025
Enterprise adoption of AI should be driven by leaders: Microsoft India COO Himani Agrawal
September 01, 2025 20:01 IST
The Microsoft India executive's remarks come amid an ongoing debate over who is responsible, and who should be responsible, for the adoption of AI tools within an organisation.
Tue, Sep 02, 2025
Online Gaming Act: Despite carve-out, esports industry flags challenges ahead
August 29, 2025 09:40 IST
Esports has won long-awaited recognition under the new online gaming law, but industry leaders warn that enforcement and addressing gaps in infrastructure will be critical.
Sat, Aug 30, 2025
Why enforcing Centre’s ban on online money games is easier said than doneSubscriber Only
August 21, 2025 19:54 IST
Illegal betting sites and gambling apps have previously evaded prohibitive restrictions by switching domains, using mule bank accounts, etc.
Sun, Aug 24, 2025
Perplexity’s $34.5B Chrome bid: How AI is fueling the next browser warsSubscriber Only
August 14, 2025 17:30 IST
Perplexity’s move is significant as it is targeted at one of Google’s prized assets even as the US government pushes to break up the big tech company. But why are AI companies eyeing web browsers?
Thu, Aug 14, 2025
Perplexity vs Cloudflare: Are AI bots finding new ways to bypass a website’s defences?Subscriber Only
August 08, 2025 12:04 IST
Cloudflare’s recent allegations against Perplexity have sparked a debate about the wave of bots and AI agents flooding the internet, in particular, what sets them apart.
Sat, Aug 09, 2025
OpenAI’s low-cost, open-weight AI models are here. But are they truly ‘open’?Subscriber Only
August 06, 2025 18:40 IST
The move marks a shift in OpenAI’s strategy which, in recent years, has focused on building proprietary, closed AI models. The rethink was largely prompted by the DeepSeek mania earlier this year.
Wed, Aug 06, 2025
Why the UK’s new online safety rules are raising concerns about free speechSubscriber Only
August 04, 2025 10:17 IST
UK Online Safety Act 2025, UK online safety rules: The British government has pushed ahead with one of the most contentious age verification mandates to date, despite concerns flagged by experts about its impact on the rights of both children and adults.
Tue, Aug 05, 2025
Google proposes new Play Store framework for real-money gaming apps amid CCI probeSubscriber Only
July 31, 2025 16:07 IST
Currently, Google only allows fantasy sports apps and Rummy games to be hosted on Play Store as part of a pilot programme launched in 2022.
Fri, Aug 01, 2025
OnePlus Nord CE 5 review: Long battery life, clean design make it a reliable phoneSubscriber Only
July 29, 2025 18:09 IST
OnePlus Nord CE 5 Review: If you’re looking for an everyday phone with long battery life, vibrant display, and steady performance, the OnePlus Nord CE 5 makes a strong case.
Thu, Jul 31, 2025
Weapons of Math Destruction: What do Olympiad gold medals mean for the AI race?Subscriber Only
July 23, 2025 18:00 IST
The race to build AI systems that rival human intelligence has led to several claims of mathematical breakthroughs, but this week provided a clearer sign of progress.
Thu, Jul 24, 2025
Can Perplexity’s new agentic AI browser ‘Comet’ replace Google Chrome?Subscriber Only
July 21, 2025 19:25 IST
Perplexity’s Comet looks to challenge Google’s dominance in web browsing at a time when the tech giant could be made to sell its Chrome browser in an antitrust remedies case.
Thu, Jul 24, 2025
How Grok praising Adolf Hitler reveals a deeper AI problemSubscriber Only
July 14, 2025 18:17 IST
Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok has riled users again by embarking on a wide-ranging, hateful rant. But underlying the controversy are questions of not just how AI chatbots work but also what shapes their behaviour and to what extent it can be aligned with human values.
Wed, Jul 16, 2025
Google bringing ads to AI Overviews in India, alongside new AI-driven marketing toolsSubscriber Only
July 10, 2025 12:01 IST
The move comes at a time when the Google search experience is undergoing a major shift, driven by the rapid integration of generative AI.
Fri, Jul 11, 2025
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Event 2025 Highlights: New Galaxy Z Fold line, Galaxy Watch 8 series unveiledSubscriber Only
July 09, 2025 11:57 IST
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Event 2025 LIVE | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, Galaxy Z Fold 7 Expected Price in India, Specifications Launch LIVE Updates: Samsung is facing business uncertainty from various US trade policies.
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Canva Visual Suite 2.0 hands-on: 5 ways AI can boost productivitySubscriber Only
July 08, 2025 18:07 IST
Here is my first-hand experience of using the Visual Suite 2.0 to automate labour-intensive design tasks and streamline my workflow as a tech journalist.
Wed, Jul 09, 2025
5 takeaways from Meta and Anthropic’s wins in US copyright lawsuitsSubscriber Only
July 03, 2025 20:05 IST
The summary judgments might seem like landmark victories for the two AI companies but a closer examination reveals that the rulings are extremely narrow.
Sat, Jul 05, 2025
India Space Congress 2025: ‘Time for space industry to lead with urgency,’ says IN-SPACe chairman Pawan GoenkaSubscriber Only
June 25, 2025 15:49 IST
The three-day space tech conference kicked off on the same day as the launch of the Axiom-4 mission with ISRO’s Shubhanshu Shukla and other astronauts onboard.
Thu, Jun 26, 2025
‘We help organisations break down silos’: Zoom India, APAC heads on federated AI strategySubscriber Only
June 18, 2025 21:18 IST
Zoom recently launched its Contact Center solution in India, allowing customers to engage with businesses across multiple channels.
Fri, Jun 20, 2025
WhatsApp to introduce ads: All you need to knowSubscriber Only
June 18, 2025 17:35 IST
The rollout of advertisements in WhatsApp’s Updates tab marks a key turning point for a platform that is deeply woven into the social, economic, and political fabric of countries across the world
Thu, Jun 19, 2025
Who is Alexandr Wang, and why is Meta betting billions on his startup Scale AI?Subscriber Only
June 12, 2025 17:17 IST
Alexandr Wang finds himself at the centre of a potential $15 billion shake-up as Meta looks to regain its competitive edge. But is artificial superintelligence the answer?
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